Ted Lasso is an American sports comedy-drama television series. It is based on a character Sudeikis portrayed in a series of promotional media for NBC Sports's coverage of England's Premier League. The first season of 10 episodes premiered on Apple TV+ on August 14, 2020. A second season of 12 episodes premiered July 23, 2021; it was renewed for a third season which premiered March 15, 2023. The series has received critical acclaim, with particular praise for its performances.
Ted Lasso is recruited to coach a fictional English Premier League soccer team, AFC Richmond, despite having no experience coaching soccer. The team's owner, Rebecca Welton, gained ownership of the team in a divorce from her unfaithful ex-husband, Rupert. She has hired Lasso secretly hoping he will cause the team's downfall and devastate Rupert.